ONE DAY NATURE TRAILS NEAR MUMBAI

Planning for a weekend wildlife trails ? We at Mumbai Travellers have started half day Nature Trails for wildlife enthusiast who want to start their wildlife journey and need an expert guidance. Our dedicated experts will help you learn how to spot and identify wildlife. All these nature trails will be for half day and nearby Mumbai, making it convenient for everyone to join. So hop in for this beautiful trails and learn how to be a part of this beautiful nature.

THANE CREEK FLAMINGO SANCTUARY

Flamingo Watching at Thane Creek !!

About About Nature Trail to Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary :Thane Creek is one of the least explored destination by birdwatchers which has now proven to be potential place for birding. It is also recognized as an “Important Bird Area” and is declared as “Flamingo Sanctuary” recently by Maharashtra government. It has great biodiversity and shows presence of both Greater as well as Lesser Flamingos along with bird like migratory ducks, Ibis, Eurasian curlew, birds of Prey like Marsh harrier, Osprey, Falcons and many waders. We at Mumbai Travellers have started birding safari by boat at Thane Creek, which will be good bird watching experience and will give immense photographic opportunities. So get set go for the lovely boat ride with some amazing birding at Thane Creek..

This nature trail is open for all the serious nature lovers & photographers and Mumbai Travellers ‘s leader will be there to guide you for the same. We shall focus on all sort of Flora & Fauna that nature will gift us.

Itinerary :Meet at Bhandup Pumping Station bus stop by 06.30 am in the morning. We will be walking till the boating point, which is approx 30 mins away. Later we will start boat ride around 07:30 am post introduction and small briefing session. This boating safari duration would be around 2 hrs. Later we will be doing birding around Bhandup Pumping Station, post that leave for respective destination. (PS: Time given in itinerary is considering normal weather, time of this trip depends on tide timings. So the actual time of the trail will be given one day prior to the event)

Trail concludes with happy memories !

Note : One should follow the rules and regulations given by the Expert and should not leave the group till the nature trail ends.

About Tikujiniwadi :This beautiful location is an outer part of Sanjay Gandhi National park near Ghodbunder Road, Thane. It is known to be famous for macro world as well as for birding. As it has a small water body attracting birds like Kingfishers, Flycatchers, also good number of butterflies. Being near to Thane makes a good place for all the nature lovers.

This nature trail is open for all the serious nature lovers & photographers and Mumbai Travellers ‘s leader will be there to guide you for the same. We shall focus on all sort of Flora & Fauna that nature will gift us.

Photo Credit : Viraj Khorjuwekar

Outing Dates : TBA

Highlights : InsectsDuration : Half Day Session

Itinerary :All the travellers will be meeting at Thane station at 6.30am, from there we will move towards Tikujiniwadi near Ghodbunder. Trail will start around 7.30 am with the sunrise. We will try to spot maximum number of species. There will be a short session of “How to Identify Birds”. It will help everyone to start with the beautiful trail. Trail ends around 11.30am and we will move towards Thane station by auto/bus. Later everyone disperse for their respective location.

Trail concludes with happy memories !

Note : One should follow the rules and regulations given by the Expert and should not leave the group till the nature trail ends.

About Bhandup Pumping Station :Nature trails will be a half day walk in nearby forest areas where we find some good birds, insects, reptiles. Trails will we lead by a wildlife expert. We will also be sharing few photography tips which can be helpful for you in clicking outdoors. Bhandup Pumping Station has been one of the hot spots for birding in Mumbai. We get to see Waterbirds, Few forest Birds, Grassland birds, Butterflies, Reptiles etc..

This nature trail is open for all the serious nature lovers & photographers and Mumbai Travellers ‘s leader will be there to guide you for the same. We shall focus on all sort of Flora & Fauna that nature will gift us.

Photo Credit : Jogi Prajapati

Outing Dates : TBA

Highlights : Bird WatchingDuration : Half Day Session

Itinerary :Meet up at Nahur Station by 6:30 am. Move towards Bhandup Pumping Station by Auto. Trail begins from entrance itself. We end up by 11:30 am-12:00 pm. Leave back for respective destination.

Trail concludes with happy memories !

Note : One should follow the rules and regulations given by the Expert and should not leave the group till the nature trail ends.

About Matheran Birding Trail :Matheran has been declared as eco-sensitive region by Union Environment ministry. The reason behind it has been vast flora and fauna it inhabits. It is one of those forests which attracts all kind of wild lifers, Florist, Herpatologist, Ornithologist etc. When it comes to birding, winters have been paradise for birdwatchers at this forest. Small water bodies starts attracting flies which makes flycatchers active all throughout the day. Few migratory birds like Indian Blue Robin has been recorded at Matheran.

This nature trail is open for all the serious nature lovers & photographers and Mumbai Travellers ‘s leader will be there to guide you for the same. We shall focus on all sort of Flora & Fauna that nature will gift us.

Outing Dates : TBA

Highlights : Bird WatchingDuration : One Day Session

Itinerary :All the travellers will be meeting at Neral station at 8.00 am, from there we will move towards Matheran by local taxi. Trail will start around 9.00 am with the light. We will try to spot maximum number of species. There will be a short session of “How to Identify Birds”. It will help everyone to start with the beautiful trail. We will take a break for lunch around 12.30pm. Post lunch we will be doing birding till 4-4.30pm later proceed back to Neral station by local taxi. Later everyone disperse for their respective location.

Trail concludes with happy memories !

Note : One should follow the rules and regulations given by the Expert and should not leave the group till the nature trail ends.

About Tansa Wildlife Sanctuary :Tansa Wildlife Sanctuary is known to be paradise for birdwatchers. The wildlife sanctuary is covered by thick forest and a beautiful Tansa lake which makes it a treasure of wildlife. The vegetation corresponds to the “southern tropical moist deciduous forest”. There are atleast 54 species of mammals and 200 species of birds which exists in the sanctuary.

This nature trail is open for all the serious nature lovers & photographers and Mumbai Travellers ‘s leader will be there to guide you for the same. We shall focus on all sort of Flora & Fauna that nature will gift us.

Outing Dates : TBA

Highlights : Bird WatchingDuration : Half Day Session

Itinerary :All the travellers will be meeting at Atgaon station at 7.10 am, from there we will move towards Tansa Wildlife Sanctuary. Trail will start around 8.30 am with the light. We will try to spot maximum number of species. There will be a short session of “How to Identify Birds”. It will help everyone to start with the beautiful trail. Trail ends around 11.30am or 12.00pm and we will move towards Atgaon station by auto. Later everyone disperse for their respective location.

Trail concludes with happy memories !

Note : One should follow the rules and regulations given by the Expert and should not leave the group till the nature trail ends.

About Bhopar Nature Trail :It is a small village near Dombivli, which has survived from development yet and has managed to keep the wildlife healthy. The special quality of Bhopar is it’s different type of habitat which makes it different from other places. It is a mixture of forest, grasslands and wetlands and hence we can see variety of birds belonging to respective habitats. It is one of most famous destination for birding among birdwatchers.

This nature trail is open for all the serious nature lovers & photographers and Mumbai Travellers ‘s leader will be there to guide you for the same. We shall focus on all sort of Flora & Fauna that nature will gift us.

Outing Dates : TBA

Highlights : WildlifeDuration : Half Day Session

Itinerary :All the travellers will be meeting at Dombivli station at 6.30am, from there we will move towards Bhopar village. Trail will start around 7.30 am with the sunrise. We will try to spot maximum number of species. There will be a short session of “How to Identify Birds”. It will help everyone to start with the beautiful trail. Trail ends around 11.30am and we will move towards Dombivli station by auto. Later everyone disperse for their respective location.

Trail concludes with happy memories !

Note : One should follow the rules and regulations given by the Expert and should not leave the group till the nature trail ends.

About Padle Nature Trail :It is a small village near Dombivli, which has survived from development yet and has managed to keep the wildlife healthy. Its a small village with some good dense forest and shows amazing presence of forest birds. We get regular sightings of the most beautiful bird “Asian paradise flycatcher” also other flycatchers. So get ready to increase your lifer list.

This nature trail is open for all the serious nature lovers & photographers and Mumbai Travellers ‘s leader will be there to guide you for the same. We shall focus on all sort of Flora & Fauna that nature will gift us.

Outing Dates : TBA

Highlights : Bird WatchingDuration : Half Day Session

Itinerary :All the travellers will be meeting at Dombivali station at 6.30 am, from there we will move towards Padle village. Trail will start around 7.30 am with the sunrise. We will try to spot maximum number of species. There will be a short session of “How to Identify Birds”. It will help everyone to start with the beautiful trail. Trail ends around 11.30 am and we will move towards Dombivali station by auto. Later everyone disperse for their respective location.

Trail concludes with happy memories !

Note : One should follow the rules and regulations given by the Expert and should not leave the group till the nature trail ends.

About Yeoor Nature Trail :Located in the eastern (Thane) side of SGNP, Yeoor has some of the mot beautiful and varied bird species in the city. Home to about 100 species of birds it is indeed a very beautiful place with the trees become your sunblock and bird’s call becomes the music you missed out between the traffic noise of the city.If you are luck you may add a list of mammals and reptiles to your list of sightings..

This nature trail is open for all the serious nature lovers & photographers and Mumbai Travellers ‘s leader will be there to guide you for the same. We shall focus on all sort of Flora & Fauna that nature will gift us.

Outing Date : TBA

Highlights : WildlifeDuration : Half Day Session

Itinerary :Meet up at Thane Station at 6:30 am. Move towards Yeoor Hills by auto. Trail begins from entrance itself. We end up by 11:30 am or 12:00 pm. Leave back for respective destination.

Trail concludes with happy memories !

Note : One should follow the rules and regulations given by the Expert and should not leave the group till the nature trail ends.

About Barvi Nature Trail :Located in the eastern (Thane) side of SGNP, Barvi Dam has been one of the richest place in terms of birding near Mumbai. Its one of the water reservoirs near Badlapur located in between Murbad and Karjat with rich forest covering the Dam. The forest near the Dam gives you plenty of opportunity to click forest birds including flycatchers and Hornbills. Also village before the dam offers a beautiful grasslands for grasslands birds and raptors.

This nature trail is open for all the serious nature lovers & photographers and Mumbai Travellers ‘s leader will be there to guide you for the same. We shall focus on all sort of Flora & Fauna that nature will gift us.

Outing Dates : TBA

Highlights : Bird WatchingDuration : Half Day Session

Itinerary :We will be meeting at Badlapur station by 6.30 am and will leave for Barvi Dam by local transport. A short round of introduction and briefing followed up by a lovely birding session. The trail will end around 11.30 am and we will reach Mumbai around 1-2 pm.

Trail concludes with happy memories !

Note : One should follow the rules and regulations given by the Expert and should not leave the group till the nature trail ends.

About Nature Trail to Akshi Beach :Waders means shore birds, nothing beats Akshi beach when it comes to waders. Many migrants passes through this beach and rest for a week on this beach. We get sightings of few rare birds like Ruddy Turnstone, Plovers, Oyster-catcher, and many more. If one wants to learn about how to identify waders, do join this special tour for Shore birds.

This nature trail is open for all the serious nature lovers & photographers and Mumbai Travellers ‘s leader will be there to guide you for the same. We shall focus on all sort of Flora & Fauna that nature will gift us.

Outing Dates : TBA

Highlights : Waders (Shore Birds)Duration : Half Day Session

Itinerary :We will be meeting at Thane ST depot by 6.00 am and will leave by Bus leaving for Akshi beach around 6.30am. A short round of introduction and briefing followed up by a tasty breakfast. Later we will start with the birding session. Leave back for Mumbai around 1-2 pm. Reach Mumbai by 4 pm and depart for respective destinations.

Trail concludes with happy memories !

Note : One should follow the rules and regulations given by the Expert and should not leave the group till the nature trail ends.

About Shilonda Nature Trail :It is known to be one of the best trail of Sanjay Gandhi National Park. With plenty and diverse flora and fauna to offer. In monsoon it offers lots of macro subject whereas in winters it’s full of birds. So it’s a trail which never disappoints. Photographers looking for some good collections will enjoy this trail. Also those who loves to enjoy the nature will be more than happy.

This nature trail is open for all the serious nature lovers & photographers and Mumbai Travellers ‘s leader will be there to guide you for the same. We shall focus on all sort of Flora & Fauna that nature will gift us.

Outing Dates : TBA

Highlights : WildlifeDuration : Half Day Session

Itinerary :Meet up at Borivali Station at 6:30 am. Move towards SGNP walking. Trail begins from entrance itself. We end up by 11:30 am or max by 12:00 pm. Leave back for respective destination.

Trail concludes with happy memories !

Note : One should follow the rules and regulations given by the Expert and should not leave the group till the nature trail ends.

Exclusions :1. Breakfast and any Other Personal Charges2. Camera charges

KARNALA NATURE TRAIL

About Karnala Birdwatching :Karnala Bird Sanctuary is situated at outskirts of Panvel. It covers the famous fort of Karnala, which is also known to be “Thumb point ” because of it’s shape and structure. It is one of the famous destination in birdwatchers and wildlife photographers. The dense forest of Karnala shelters many beautiful forest birds and mammals. Total area of this sanctuary is 12.11 square kilometers, and it is also the best location near Mumbai for birding.

This nature trail is open for all the serious nature lovers & photographers and Mumbai Travellers ‘s leader will be there to guide you for the same. We shall focus on all sort of Flora & Fauna that nature will gift us.

Outing Dates : TBA

Highlights : WildlifeDuration : Half Day Session

Itinerary :All the participants will meet at Panvel station by 6.30am. We will take local transport to Karnala from Panvel bus depot. We will start the trail from entrance itself after a short introduction and briefing session. Trail will end by 11.30am. We will move towards Panvel by local transport and later disperse for respective destination.

Trail concludes with happy memories !

Note : One should follow the rules and regulations given by the Expert and should not leave the group till the nature trail ends.

Exclusions :1. Breakfast and any Other Personal Charges2. Camera charges

URAN NATURE TRAILS

Nature Trail to Uran Wetlands..!!

About Uran Bird Watching :It is near outskirts of New Mumbai and one of the best place for waders and raptors. It is a mixture of grasslands and wetlands and hence we can see variety of Water birds and raptors. Also Shorteared Owl is one of the major attraction at Uran (difficult to sight in groups) It is one of most famous destination for birding among birdwatchers. Many a times we have also spotted jackals which are residence of this place

This nature trail is open for all the serious nature lovers & photographers and Mumbai Travellers ‘s leader will be there to guide you for the same. We shall focus on all sort of Flora & Fauna that nature will gift us.

Outing Dates : TBA

Highlights : Bird WatchingDuration : Half Day Session

Itinerary :All the travellers will be meeting at Dadar station at 6:00 am, from there we will move towards Uran by private transport. Trail will start around 7.30 am with the sunrise. We will try to spot maximum number of species. There will be a short session of “How to Identify Birds”. It will help everyone to start with the beautiful trail. Trail ends around 11:30 am and we will move towards Thane station by auto/bus. Later everyone disperse for their respective location.

Trail concludes with happy memories !

Note :
-One should follow the rules and regulations given by the Expert and should not leave the group till the nature trail ends.
-Transportation will be booked according to the group count and cost will be shared amongst participants at actual. Any 7 seater will cost approx Rs.4000 per vehicle.

About Sewri Flamingo Point :An event to watch the most beautiful bird, also known as “Pink beauties” of Mumbai. Flamingoes are migratory birds and they come to Mumbai coast in month of December to February in search of food. They are basically filter feeders and blue-green algae is the major part of their diet. This algae is also responsible for their pink coloration. Travellers will enjoy the beauty of Flamingo as well as other waders with the Expert.

This nature trail is open for all the serious nature lovers & photographers and Mumbai Travellers ‘s leader will be there to guide you for the same. We shall focus on all sort of Flora & Fauna that nature will gift us.

Outing Dates : TBA

Highlights : FlamingoesDuration : Half Day Session

Itinerary : We all will be meeting at Sewri station by 6.40am. There will be small round of introduction and briefing session about the event. Later we all will move towards the flamingo point. (around 10 mins walk). After the event is done, traveller can disperse to their respective locations.

Trail concludes with happy memories !

Note : One should follow the rules and regulations given by the Expert and should not leave the group till the nature trail ends.

Cancellation and Refund applicable on whole tour cost :1. If cancellation done prior to 15 days of outing 75% will be refunded.2. If done prior to 10 days of outing 50% will be refunded3. After that no refund will be provided.